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  1. C

    I need a little intuition my way regarding moments and direction of couples

    Homework Statement The assembly shown is used to control the tension T in a tape that passes around a frictionless spool at E. Collar C is welded to rods ABC and CDE. It can rotate about shaft FG but its motion along the shaft is prevented by a washer S. For the loading shown, determine (a) the...
  2. C

    How to determine which point to take the moment about?

    Got it Phantom, Thanks a lot !
  3. C

    How to determine which point to take the moment about?

    Problem - The T-shaped bracket shown is supported by a small wheel at E and pegs at C and D. Neglecting the effect of friction, determine the reactions at C, D, and E when the angle is 30 degrees. I have taken the moment about E, and gotten a result for all the reactions. However, in the...